US equity markets gained nearly 4% last week, mainly driven by positive signals on tariff policy and strong performance from Alphabet. Overseas, European equities also saw upward movement, while in fixed income, bonds gained and the 10-year yield settled at 4.25%. Oil prices collapsed due to potential OPEC+ production increases, and gold fell as the treasury market stabilized. The economic data indicated a rise in new home sales and durable goods orders, while initial jobless claims showed no significant signs of economic downturn.

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